Cyber Security HND @ SCQF Level 8

Course description

Study will include 15 Higher National credits such as:  Computer Operating Systems, Wireless Device Security, Server Administration for Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, and One double credit Computing graded unit project or exam is also included in the programme.

This course is for students who have completed HNC Cyber Security and who want to progress to a degree in a Computing discipline or into employment in computing-related disciplines.   This course is equivalent to second year of degree study, and we offer this course as a standalone HND or as part of a three-year programme which will allow you to graduate with the University of West of Scotland Batchelor of Engineering Cyber Security degree which is also available on campus at Dumfries & Galloway College.  Opportunities exist to enable learners to attend part-time on an individual subject basis.

Learning outcome

This HND will prepare you for entry to a wide range of positions such as Technician level post in cyber or network security, Security testing, Software testing, Programming position

Successful completion of the full HND Cyber Security course will allow entry into the third year of the UWS Batchelor of Engineering Cyber Security degree, delivered at Dumfries & Galloway College or into second or third year of a university degree course of the learners choice.